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Lock in

focusgamingsportsmotivation

Definition

To "lock in" means to enter a state of hyper-focus and determination to achieve something, usually after a period of slacking off or when the situation gets serious. Common in gaming and sports culture.

Examples

"Finals week is coming up, I need to lock in."

"LeBron just locked in, it's over for them."

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